Mike finds out how Syrian refugees have been helping to clear up after the floods in Littleborough.
Alison Butterworth and Phil Trow
In conversation with Gary Barlow: Gary Barlow
1 hour
on BBC Radio Manchester
Alison and Phil talk to Gary Barlow about his musical The Girls, which he co-wrote with Tim Firth, which is coming to The Lowry next year.
Jason finds out about the New Year's Day swim at Salford Quays and looks at some of the new film releases.
Becky talks to Elvis Costello, Jasper Carrott, David Essex, Boris Becker, chef Tom Kerridge and Helen Scott from the Three Degrees. Show more
Emma speaks to John Gill from Cheshire who won £1m on the Euromillions on Christmas Day.
Liam hears from Jody Green from Stretford who has been awarded the British Empire Medal.
Hear from Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini and Bury manager David Flitcroft.
As we kick-off 2016, Mark looks back at 2015's big BBC Local Radio outside broadcasts.
Richard charts the history of Northern Soul with the mighty sounds of The Wheel, The Torch, The Mecca and The Casino.
Juanita Yau brings you a round-up of Chinese news.
BBC Radio Manchester joins BBC Radio 5 live.
